Average Rent in Hood County, TX↓ Rents falling 0.8% YoY🔺 15th priciest in TX

Hood County, TX has rental prices ranging from $1,047/month to $2,113/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,122/month — 20% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $86,802/year, spending $1,122/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Hood County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,334/month, Hood County ranks #15 most expensive of the 220 cities tracked in Texas — pricier than 87% of all US cities in our data.

The Hood County Rental Market

The Hood County, TX area has a population of about 64,198 and 19% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Hood County, TX have fallen by $11/month (0.8%) over the past year, from $1,345 to $1,334. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Hood County, TX without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $44,880. The local median household income of $86,802 exceeds that threshold by $41,922, making Hood County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Hood County, TX has an unemployment rate of 4.8%, 0.9 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Neighborhoods

Home values — and by extension rent levels — vary significantly across Hood County's neighborhoods. Among the highest-value areas are Oak Trail Shores ($180,327 median home value), Western Hills Harbor ($232,332 median home value), Comanche Harbor ($244,119 median home value). Rental prices typically follow home value patterns, with premium neighborhoods commanding higher rents than outer areas. Renters on a tighter budget may find better value in less central neighborhoods or in adjacent metros with lower overall rent levels.

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